In the 12 years that I’ve been a travel blogger, I’ve been lucky to explore most of our home state, Nebraska. Granted, there are still a couple of Nebraska attractions and towns still on my bucket list…isn’t that the case for everyone? If you’d like to see some of the best Nebraska sights, here are a few…
Have you noticed the little chapel standing on a bluff overlooking Interstate 80 near the Gretna, Neb., exit? The Holy Family Shrine is part religion and part art. The glass-enclosed chapel allows visitors an opportunity to spend time praying, meditating, or just admiring its beauty. Inside Holy Family Shrine’s Chapel The Holy Family Shrine is…
Kansas City, Kan., has its fair share of competition from restaurants in its Missouri neighbor, but when it comes to incredible food, the city holds its own. From smoky barbecue joints that define Kansas flavor to hidden pizza and taco gems and cozy coffee shops, KCK has plenty to offer for every craving. In this…
One of the best Midwest cities for a Christmas getaway is Kansas City, especially if you’re driving from Omaha. And if you stay in the Kansas City, Kan., area (I’ll call it KCK from now on), you’ll find plenty of festive activities all within three hours of Omaha. My family and I visited the area…
We may have just created a new annual winter tradition: The Iowa ski trip. We went with a group of friends to Seven Oaks Recreation in Central Iowa, staying in the nearby Hotel Pattee, a historic hotel with individually-decorated rooms and suites for families. Disclosure: I was hosted by The Hotel Pattee and Seven Oaks…
I’ve been challenging myself and my friends to shop local and support local. I’ve found some Nebraska artists and locally-owned stores that will help get you into the holiday spirit this year. Some of the small businesses have a store-front or can be found at holiday markets, but the links below make it easy for…
